The knife I received from amazon does not have markings for blade material as pictured, does yours? Mine only has: "KAI 1760 MADE IN USA" on one side and "Kershaw" on the other. EDIT:Thanks for all the responses, my question was aimed at trying to figure out if I got a knockoff or not. The knife I received from amazon does not have markings for blade material as pictured, does yours? Mine only has: "KAI 1760 MADE IN USA" on one side and "Kershaw" on the other.... » Read More The knife I received from amazon does not have markings for blade material as pictured, does yours? Mine only has: "KAI 1760 MADE IN USA" on one side and "Kershaw" on the other. EDIT:Thanks for all the responses, my question was aimed at trying to figure out if I got a knockoff or not. « Show Less
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Mine does not list the steel type, but unless you have a special run of this knife the steel is all the same.
14601
My knife has the same markings on it. No indication of blade steel on the blade. I don't have the box with me to look for any indications on there either. So far sounds legit.
14602
Mine was the same as yours; "KAI 1760 MADE IN USA" on one side and "Kershaw" on the other.
14603
Mine has the same markings as the one you have. However, the steel for the skyline is Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel per Kershaw.
14604
No this blade does not have steel type marked, but if you bought the standard bead blasted with black g-10 handles then the steel type is Sandvik 14C28N.
1445210
NO! It is not a knock off,Ka-Bar/Becker has started printing the names on the blades instead of stamping them into the metal! Why I don't know but it will make the stamped blade models worth more in the future, I hope this helps PHIL.
301710
The one you will receive will look exactly like the website. When I ordered mine I noticed the same thing, but the knife I received is exactly like the pictures on the SOG website.
760751
I'm sorry it's been to long since I bought it, also as soon as I got it I gave it away it had china on the blade and it was pretty thin, I got the same knife a smith and wesson with a boot clip no china any where great knife, hope this helps you out.
1689753
Cold Steel has plants in several countries, so there's no pat answer. The country of origin is etched at the base of the blade. I'd tell you to examine the blowup of the photo, but it's etched on only one side - the side amazon did NOT photograph. Mine was made in Taiwan. Hey, Amazon. The guy makes a good point. How much trouble would it be for you to include country of manufacture in your ad copy?
818542
Confirmed, my blade is printed with the name, not on the hand, BUT the design and feel and functionality of my EDC was not affected and I have been using it everyday since I received it and am still VERY happy with my purchase :)
1136905
I emailed Cold Steel and they explained about the gring,flat vs hollow.I never really noticed before,now it's easy to spot but it still does not stop sellers from listing both and or using a picture different than what their actoally selling. I already have a SK-5 knife and was thinking about buying another for a present.I will be in contact with the seller before I make a purchase to be sure what I am getting. Frankly I would not want the stainless version.
422341
Ya it's plainly marked on the blade made in China. Very disappointing. This was nowhere in the description.
1432109
Not sure if this is a 2nd generation, by that I assume you mean there was a previous model. I do know it is a fantastic knife .I collect Knives ,Not the extrem High end but avarage mans knife. Being very disappointed the past few years where Knife companys only made knives in the USA ,like Buck and Gerber,Kershaw now have some made in China. You won't be disappointed ,Simple wood handle, good steel ,very nicly ground ,nice desine ,comes sharp.
2163411
It is made in the USA. Amazon is known to have errors in a number of their descriptions. And it is not easy to get them to change them even when you point out it is wrong. If in doubt, go to the manufacturer's page. This particular knife is not printed on the blade as being made in the USA like most of their other USA made knives are. Not sure why. Just the handle.
36098
There is what looks like a serial number printed, not etched, on the blade. I did purchase multiple knives through different orders, and the number remains the same. Therefore, what it intended to look like a serial number is not actually a serial number. In spite of this, I'm quite pleased with the knife.
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Mine had a certificate of authenticity with it. Had the date, time, place, forge, exact sword spec, serial number and it was signed by the smith who made it. This was 2010 though. Also Musashi is now Musha. Same company producing blades under a different name.
1858535
Honestly I do not know nor was I even aware of such an issue. My knife is very well made, feels great in the hand, quality of blade & sheath is better than I expected for the price. I am a small collector of edged weapons (swords/knives/spears/axes etc.), I have approximately 150+ items, I only use a few, I have 4-5 folders for EDC & 3-4 fixed blade knives & 3 machetes & 2 swords that I use or would use for SHTF events, the rest is just for viewing. BTW all my blades are qualified as BATTLE READY, no stainless steel swords etc.
135342
I have a Black Blur and a Red Blur. Both are indeed Sandvik 14C28N blade steel. Kershaw also makes this knife (and others) in CPM S30V, an even higher grade steel; that is it holds edge longer and is more corrosion resistant. But have no fear with this Sandvik steel. My experience with it on the Blur and on other USA-made Kershaws--whether coated with DLC or not--continues to be very satisfying. Sandvik or S30V? Add the cost issue and decide. With this knife, as I said, I have two w/ Sandvik 14C28N and am very happy. I would be with one (or 2) w/ S30V.
1820476
i hear they all ship with plain blades since last year. A few people have put that in the reviews that it is in fact a plain blade . SOG stopped shipping then in 2012. Its a great knife . I also like the ZT 170 there are some deals out there for 100 shipped. check it out.
1622517
I own the knife and I'm really pleased with it. I'm not an expert but from what I've read those two styles of Steel are virtually the same.if it were me I would trust the buck website over other information. If you buy the knife I'm sure you'll be happy with it I am with mine.
716300
The blade says Taiwan. The box says Cold Steel makes blades in the USA, Japan and Taiwan. It is an original Cold Steel knife. I have had it with me every day since I got it. It is durable and holds and edge. You can sharpen it with a combination of steels and ceramic rods. It deploys quickly and you can use it for anything from hacking down a small tree, opening letters or cutting threads depending on how coordinated you are. The tri-ad lock is rock solid. It seems large but once you carry it with you for a while you don't even notice it. Here is a decent review of it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcOz2VS6VF4&list;=UUzYMTUy7uWCfaoBX0tPJE5A Very happy with this purchase. The blade says Taiwan. The box says Cold Steel makes blades in the USA, Japan and Taiwan. It is an original Cold Steel knife. I have had it with me every day since I got it. It is durable and holds and edge. You can sharpen it with a combination of steels and ceramic rods. It deploys quickly and you can use it for anything from hacking down a small tree, opening letters or cutting threads depending on how coordinated you are. The tri-ad lock is rock solid. It seems large but once you carry it with you for a while you don't even notice it. Here is a decent review of it.... » Read More The blade says Taiwan. The box says Cold Steel makes blades in the USA, Japan and Taiwan. It is an original Cold Steel knife. I have had it with me every day since I got it. It is durable and holds and edge. You can sharpen it with a combination of steels and ceramic rods. It deploys quickly and you can use it for anything from hacking down a small tree, opening letters or cutting threads depending on how coordinated you are. The tri-ad lock is rock solid. It seems large but once you carry it with you for a while you don't even notice it. Here is a decent review of it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcOz2VS6VF4&list;=UUzYMTUy7uWCfaoBX0tPJE5A Very happy with this purchase. « Show Less